The South of Italy is rich in history and art. Castles are plenty and many of them are still in fantastic conditions: some of them are very famous, others are barely known, all of them represent charming destinations for a beautiful day’s outing. Because of their predominantly marine locations, it can be said the majority of them were built to prevent sea attacks and to defend the areas surrounding them. Today, most of these buildings are known because of their historical relevance. Here are the names of some of the most famous among all castles of Southern Italy. Check the links for more info on how and when visiting them!
Castles in Basilicata:
Castle of Avigliano-Lagopesole
Castle of Brienza
Castle of Genzano di Lucania
Castle of Laurenzana
Castle of Melfi
Castles in Calabria
Norman castle of Gerace
The castle of Gerace
Norman castle of Vibo Valentia
Swabian castle of Cosenza
Aragonese castle of Reggio Calabria
Spanish castle of Crotone
Castles in Campania
Castel dell’Ovo
Castle Capuano
Aragonese castle of Baia
The Aragonese castle of Baia
Aragonese castle of Ischia
Castle Barbarossa, Anacapri
Maschio Angioino
Castle of Sarno
Castle of Casertavecchia
Castles in Molise
Castle of Gambatesa
Castle of Roccamandolfi
Castle of Monteroduni
Swabian castle of Termoli
Castles in Puglia
Castel del Monte
Castle of Taranto
Castle of Avetrana
Castle of Brindisi
Castle of Grottaglie
Castles in Sicily
Castle of Santa Lucia del Mela
Ursino castle of Catania
Maniace castle of Siracusa
Carini castle
Castello di Erice
The Carini Castle, home to the Baroness and her mystery
